H.R. 8664: To require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to implement a certain recommendation relating to artificial intelligence adoption, and for other purposes.

The Small Business Administration Artificial Intelligence Adoption Reporting Act of 2026 (H.R. 8664) directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to implement recommendations from a report by the Comptroller General concerning the use and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) in small business contracting and innovation. The SBA Administrator, through the Chief Information Officer, is required to develop policies and procedures related to AI adoption. Within 45 days of the bill's enactment, the Administrator must submit a detailed plan to Congress outlining how the SBA will disclose its use of AI, define roles and responsibilities for collecting AI use cases, document the implementation of these policies, and establish timelines for completing each action.

Supporters of H.R. 8664 argue that the bill will enhance transparency and accountability within the SBA regarding AI adoption. By implementing the Comptroller General's recommendations, the SBA can better assist small businesses in navigating AI technologies, potentially leading to increased efficiency and innovation in small business operations. The bill is seen as a proactive step toward integrating AI responsibly within federal agencies, setting a precedent for other departments to follow.

Critics of H.R. 8664 express concerns that the bill may impose additional bureaucratic burdens on the SBA, diverting resources from direct support to small businesses. There is also apprehension that the focus on internal AI adoption policies might not translate into tangible benefits for small businesses, especially those lacking the resources to implement AI technologies. Some argue that the bill should place more emphasis on providing direct assistance and guidance to small businesses on AI adoption rather than concentrating on internal agency procedures.

The analysis of H.R. 8664, sponsored by Hillary Scholten, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter—artificial intelligence adoption—and the sponsor's top donor industries, which are primarily health professionals and retirees. The total contributions from these industries amount to $105 million, with health professionals contributing $80 million and retirees contributing $25 million. Given that the bill focuses on technology adoption rather than healthcare or retirement issues, the likelihood of a conflict of interest appears minimal. Additionally, the lobbying activity in this policy area does not indicate significant financial influence from the top donor industries, further reducing the risk of conflict. Voters should be aware that while there is substantial funding from health professionals, it does not directly correlate with the bill's focus on artificial intelligence.

Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.

Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026

Top industries funding Hillary Scholten, ranked by total contributions.

Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)